Youth Mentor (Sugar House)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake; Salt Lake City (UT); In loco; USD 21.000 - 23.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Mon-Fri schedule

PTO/floating holidays after 90 days

Birthday paid day off

Professional development and training

Descrizione del lavoro

Youth Development Professional (YDP) at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake will lead age-appropriate activities for diverse youth, guided by our priority outcomes: academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles. The role emphasizes mentorship, safety, and facilitating a supportive club experience.

The position supports youth development with a focus on engagement, attendance, and positive leadership, while offering a balanced schedule Monday through Friday, with

Competenze

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass a criminal background check, MVR check, and drug screening.
• 21 years and over and able to drive 21-passenger vans.

Mansioni

• Plan and implement daily group activities with youth ages 5-12 or 13-18.
• Transport youth in Club vehicles (school pickups, field trips, etc.).
• Ensure engagement and promote consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities.
• Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and role modeling to support leadership, artistic skills, physical activity engagement, and academic progress.
• Provide active supervision, continually interacting with all members.
• Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets, and other paperwork responsibilities.
• Plan special events, such as guest speakers, performances, or field trips.
• Abide by and carry out safety policies and procedures.
• Attend local trainings.

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Group management

Trauma-informed practices

SEL competencies

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Title: Youth Development Professional (YDP)
Reports to: Club Director
Salary Range: $15 -$17 DOE
Hours: 25 hours/week, e very day Monday-Friday 1:30-6:30pm

JOB SUMMARY:

Youth Development Professionals (YDP) facilitate fun, engaging, and age-appropriate activities for youth or teens from diverse backgrounds. Using our three priority outcomes - academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy lifestyles - as a guide, Youth Development Professionals run programs, offer support, and ensure that every Club Member has an Optimal Club Experience that sets them up for lifelong success.

Successful YDPs have a passion for serving others and contributing to the well-being of the community at large. Youth Development Professionals have the ability to connect with young people and offer supportive relationships. They are team players willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that Club Members are safe, recognized, and given the opportunity to learn new skills.

The Perks!

• Monday-Friday work schedule, no late nights or weekends required, great for student/work/life balance
• PTO/Floating Holidays available after the first 90 days of employment
• Paid day off for your birthday - because YDPs should have some fun too!
• Professional development- mentorship with industry leaders and organization-wide training

Key Roles (Essential Job Responsibilities):

• Plan and implement daily group activities with youth ages 5-12 or 13-18
• Transport youth in Club vehicles (school pick-ups, fieldtrips, etc.)
• Ensure engagement and promote consistent attendance of youth enrolled in activities
• Establish rapport with youth and provide mentoring, guidance, and role modeling to support their leadership development, artistic skills, physical activity engagement, and academic progress
• Provide active supervision, continually interacting with all members
• Submit regular lesson plans, attendance sheets, and other paperwork responsibilities
• Plan special events, such as guest speakers, performances, or field trips
• Abide by and carry out safety policies and procedures
• Attend local trainings

Needed Knowledge:

• Ability to work in high-energy, loud, and active settings with large groups of diverse youth or teens
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities, ensure safety, and accomplish tasks in a detailed, timely manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with Club Members, peers, parents, community leaders, etc.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and comfortable with both independent and collaborative processes
• Strong group management skills, willing to learn and implement trauma-informed practices
• Willingness to learn and exemplify social and emotional learning competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making

Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check, MVR check, and drug screening.
• 21 years and over (to meet driving requirements), and be willing and able to drive 21-passenger vans

About Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake

At Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Salt Lake, diversity is the heart and soul of our history, the populations we serve, and our mission. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that does not discriminate against any protected characteristic or other aspect that makes an individual unique. Our greatest strength comes from the insights, experiences, and knowledge from all people.

If at any point in the application and interview process, you require reasonable accommodation please contact our Human Resource Department at [e-mail].